NDT Level 2 Inspector (2nd Shift)

Airbus • Mobile, AL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is hiring an NDT Level 2 Inspector for its Manufacturing department in Mobile, Alabama. The role performs a broad range of nondestructive inspections across the A220 and A320 programs, supporting quality, production schedules, continuous improvement, and Airbus’ efforts to meet customer needs. The inspector works with production and engineering teams and may support development of inspection techniques for complex geometries and confined spaces.

The position is onsite at Airbus’ commercial aircraft manufacturing facility at Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley. It requires compliance with safety requirements and established processes, integrity, and awareness of potential compliance risks. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Airbus describes benefits including competitive base salary, incentive compensation that may include profit sharing, a retirement savings plan, participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, paid time off and holidays, paid parental leave, medical and other insurance coverage, an Employee Assistance Plan, and development opportunities through its Leadership University and e-learning courses.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Aviation, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience using testing equipment, including maintaining and calibrating the equipment.
• At least 3 years of experience setting up and conducting tests on parts and materials.
• Non-Destructive Evaluation Level II certification meeting NAS410 / EN4179 minimum requirements in at least one of Eddy Current Testing (ET), Fluorescent Penetrant Testing (PT), or Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as Google Suite.
• Eligible for employment in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Additional Non-Destructive Evaluation Level II certifications meeting NAS410 / EN4179 minimum requirements in Eddy Current Testing (ET), Fluorescent Penetrant Testing (PT), or Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• Experience performing NDT testing in the aerospace industry.
• Experience inspecting advanced materials, including high-strength aluminum alloys, hardened steels, Inconel, titanium, steel superalloys, carbon-fiber composite parts, and honeycomb composite parts.
• Knowledge of AWS/ASME and ASTM standards, aircraft structural manuals, and repair manuals.
• Hands-on experience with portable digital equipment such as Olympus EPOCH 650, USM Go/USM Go+, NORTEC 600, and Olympus 38DL+.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with an aviation company.

Responsibilities

• Perform Eddy Current Testing (ET), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), and Penetrant Testing (PT) inspections across A220 and A320 programs.
• Interpret, evaluate, communicate, and report inspection findings to production and engineering teams.
• Interpret and review engineering drawings as required.
• Perform or support the development of NDT inspection techniques for complex geometries and confined spaces.
• Assist in training and developing other team members.
• Conduct tests to determine whether parts meet quality specifications and identify discontinuities.
• Follow applicable safety laws and requirements.
• Prepare inspection reports, mappings, and other documents related to inspection records.
• Review production schedules and work to facilitate meeting them.
• Contribute to internal Quality Gates through on-time point closure.
• Report or advance team blocking points throughout the shift.
• Provide current department KPIs to help drive improvements.
• Advocate for LEAN thinking and support or assist with LEAN initiatives and KAIZENS.
• Ensure that all processes are followed.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Incentive compensation, which may include profit-sharing schemes
• Retirement savings plan
• Participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Paid time off, including personal time and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Medical insurance, including traditional and high-deductible health plans
• Prescription coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Other supplemental benefit coverages
• Upskilling and development opportunities through the global Leadership University
• Access to more than 10,000 e-learning courses
• Opportunity to participate in accelerated development programs and national and international mobility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree